Wendy Vandehei
Nine Mile Falls,WA
Summary
Pediatric COTA with a strong track record of supporting children and families across diverse diagnoses in both school and clinical environments. Expertise in establishing rapport with children, parents, and caregivers to provide effective and adaptable therapy. Committed to collaborating with a team of dedicated therapists to uplift families within the community.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric COTA
Small Talk Pediatric Services
Meridian, Idaho
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to design and implement effective therapy sessions.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services across diverse client settings.
- Educated clients and families on therapeutic exercises for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Documented patient progress and communicated relevant updates to healthcare team members.
- Assessed motor function strengths and weaknesses through patient observation during activities.
School-based COTA
Menta Academy, Specialized Education
Plainfield, Illinois
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Implemented therapeutic activities in classrooms, enhancing collaboration with educators.
- Conducted adaptive equipment assessments to boost student participation and learning outcomes.
- Monitored progress and provided actionable feedback to teachers and therapists.
- Supported students during physical activities to promote mobility and engagement.
- Facilitated communication among students, parents, and educational staff regarding individual needs.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Synapse House
Downers Grove, Illinois
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Treatment implementation and execution of patient objectives including: vocational rehab, and return to function and independence in activities of daily living in a group setting.
- Provided one on one treatment interventions to Wounded Warriors in home and community settings.
Fieldwork
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Worked on multi-disciplinary teams to achieve patient driven goals in various settings, including: skilled nursing facility, pediatrics, and adults with developmental delays and mental health concerns.
- Initiated treatment planning, treatment carryout, and discharge planning for improved patient outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fox College
Chicago04.2022
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Patient assessment
- Therapeutic modalities
- Documentation practices
- Adaptive equipment evaluation
- Occupational therapy techniques
Certification
- Membership AOTA, WFOT
- Active Licensure-States of IL, ID, WA (pending)
- Complex Feeding & Meal Time Success Training
- Autism Certification Course: Strengths-Based CBT, Behavior, Sensorimotor, Social Strategies & More
Hobbies and Interests
- Yoga
- Meditation
- Health & wellness
- Walking/hiking
- Travel
Timeline
Pediatric COTA
Small Talk Pediatric Services
11.2024 - 05.2025
School-based COTA
Menta Academy, Specialized Education
09.2023 - 06.2024
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Synapse House
09.2022 - 06.2024
Fieldwork
09.2021 - 04.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fox College
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